A divining rod is an ancient tool used to locate underground water, minerals, or other hidden objects. The term DOWSE (5 letters) is a verb meaning to use a divining rod. DOWSES (6 letters) is the third-person singular present form of the verb. TWIG (4 letters) is a noun referring to a thin, flexible branch from a tree or bush, which is often used as a divining rod. DOWSER (6 letters) is a noun referring to a person who uses a divining rod. DOODLEBUG (9 letters) is a slang term for a divining rod, and DOWSED (6 letters) is the past tense of the verb.